The Big Questions:
What did Jesus do for his disciples? Jesus showed us and the disciples an example of how we should treat others. By washing their feet he showed them that doing nice things for others and acting like a servant for Jesus, that is what He wants you to do.
Why was it unusual for a host to wash his guests’ feet? A host would never, ever wash the feet of his guests because he’d only make himself dirty in the process.
How does Paul say we should live? Read Philippians 2:5-8, we should live with the same attitude that Jesus had.
How does Paul describe the way Jesus lived? He was humble and showed us to be like a servant - helping others and not putting ourselves above those around us.
How can you be a servant to others?
Parent At Home Activity: Make Bath Salts Gifts
Make a special gift of Bath Salts to give to a friend or family member this week. As you prepare your gift with your child talk about how Jesus was an example to us to serve others and the importance of loving others the way that Jesus did.
Jesus answered, "A person who has had a bath needs to wash only his feet. The rest of his body is clean. And you are clean. But not all of you are." John 13:10
Supplies: pickling salt or course salt, epsom salt, food coloring, essential oil, baby food jars, bowls to mix, spoons, ribbon
Mix two kinds of salt in the bowl.
Add a couple of drops of food coloring to the salt. (Go easy. Stick to pastel colors.)
Add several drops of essential oil to the salt. and mix well.
Scoop into baby food jars.
Tie a pretty ribbon around the jar.
Add scripture label to the jar, so they are reminded of the verse when they use the bath salts.
Give the gift to someone.
Memory Verse:
John 14:1 “Don’t let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God, and trust also in me.”